Mid Career Mechanical Systems Engineer

Astrion•Arnold AFB, TN

2d•$90,000 - $133,000

About The Position

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for an early career Mechanical Systems Engineer supporting the Test Operations and Sustainment contract in one of our plant facilities providing test conditions for aerodynamic testing in the wind tunnels at Arnold Engineering Development Complex at Arnold AFB, TN. This Mechanical Engineer will be working as a member of an integrated team responsible for maintaining and sustaining the United States Air Force Test Operations and Sustainment efforts. As a valuable member of our team, you would directly impact the ability to conduct ground testing of airframes, engines, or other aerospace systems by executing system engineering responsibilities overseeing installation, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and upgrades of major mechanical equipment to ensure test readiness to meet customers’ requirements. These systems could be large motors, compressors, hydraulic pumps, heaters, dryers, and other related industrial equipment.

Requirements

BS degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university plus a minimum of 5 years engineering experience
Experience reading mechanical schematics and drawings
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret level security clearance and access to the AEDC local area network
Due to Air Force Security requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required for employment at AEDC

Nice To Haves

Practical experience in dealing with mechanical systems
Ability to perform in a dynamic working environment with flexibility to meet mission demands
Prior internship or co-op experience
Strong organizational skills to track and facilitate progress on projects
Demonstrated proactiveness and initiative to drive to results
Exhibits strong level of technical curiosity and desire to seek understanding
Strong interpersonal skills, strong written and oral communications skills, and confidence leading small teams
Participates in and fosters a work environment that is based upon openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction
Active Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance

Responsibilities

Respond when systems malfunction, troubleshooting and directing corrective maintenance activities (or calling in the appropriate systems engineer for additional support) ensuring a timely return to service
Update and maintain system documentation for systems of responsibility
Work with multiple organizations such as design engineering, fabrication shops, DoD client, and other contractors
Develop with Asset Health Assurance personnel advanced maintenance plans
Conduct and write up system safety hazard analyses and write clear work instructions for operation and maintenance
Assess and communicate risk to stakeholders
Develop estimates for improvement projects
Work with planners, schedulers, and craft supervisors to safely plan and execute projects including maintenance work, upgrades, and test projects
Assist craft personnel with troubleshooting and oversee their work; provide technical leadership and guidance
It is a condition of employment to wear company issued Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy.
Perform other related duties as required.